What is the best route for crossing from Wang Prachan, Thailand to Malaysia using public transport?

Malaysia border crossing Wang Prachan public transport train travel Satun Padang Besar national parks Langkawi

Apr 23, 2024

8 months ago

ORIGINAL POSTER

🙌 Hello Community 🙌

I’m looking for some advice please about crossing into Malaysia from Wang Prachan (Satun).

I believe this is a great crossing point, however I’m relying on public transport to & from back to KPG.

What is the best route to take from your experience? 

I believe from my research you can do this trip easily in a day?

Love any recommendations around the national park area.

Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. 

🙌💛🏝️

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The community member is seeking advice on traveling from Wang Prachan in Thailand to Malaysia, specifically looking for the best public transport routes and recommendations for the national park area. Comments suggest taking a train from Hat Yai to Padang Besar for a straightforward crossing and highlight alternatives such as choosing different crossing points like Dannok or taking a boat to Langkawi.

Phil *****

Take a boat to Langkawi and enjoy . Easy peasy

8 months ago

David ********

If you rely on public transport, why would you choose that border crossing. Just pick Dannok or Padang Besar.

8 months ago

Cimi ******

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@David *******

I’ve done Pedang Besar & Kota Baru before and I’ve been told it’s a good crossover. I believe you can get taxi’s on the Malaysian side?

Have you done this trip before?

8 months ago

David ********

@Cimi *****

I've been to Wang Prachan, but did not cross the border. I could be mistaken and there might be transportation options once in MAS.

8 months ago

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David ********

Lyndon ************

I'd get to the Thai mainland, then take the train or minivan south to Hat Yai, cross the border on the train at Padang Besar and take the train south through Malaysia.

This is a useful group full of train info

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Lyndon ************

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